Portland Fire Earn First Win of 2026 in 98-96 Rally Over New York Liberty

roundtable.io·May 13

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The Portland Fire have earned their first win of 2026, defeating the New York Liberty 98-96. The win reportedly came on a buzzer-beater, though it is unclear who made the shot, with different sources crediting Sarah Ashlee Barker and Bridget Carleton. The dramatic finish gave the Portland Fire their first franchise win.

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